Crisis Clinician - Full Time

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to its tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Schedule

Full Time, Monday through Friday, day shift, 7am - 3:30pm

Summary

Assists the Admissions Office and Emergency Department with the assessment and evaluation of patients seeking psychiatric/behavioral healthcare in a managed care environment. Demonstrates competency in assessing children, adolescents and adults.

Responsibilities

• Provides accurate assessment of patients requiring evaluation at the Princeton House Admissions Office and the University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro Emergency Department to determine appropriate level of care required.
• Demonstrates competency in assessing children, adolescents, and adults.
• Demonstrates competency with suicide risk assessments and crisis intervention.
• Works with managed care companies to determine level of care needed by providing a clear and concise clinical picture.
• Performs telephone assessments and schedules routine evaluations at the Admissions Office.
• Completes verification of benefits and patient registrations at the Admissions Office or the Emergency Department when required.
• Collaborates with other caregivers/staff, within and outside the Department, to develop and implement plans to enhance patient care and service.
• Facilitates the transfer of patients to Princeton House from other facilities and also from the University Medical Center to other facilities if required.
• Maintains appropriate clinical standards for this position by obtaining monthly supervision, participating in continuing education trainings, and complying with licensure requirements (if applicable).
• Absorbs and supports junior staff with consultation and support with difficult cases.
• Maintains standards of confidentiality.
• Participates in unit compliance as related to established standards.

Requirements

Master of Arts or Science (Required)Education Specialization: In appropriate Mental Health Discipline

Equivalent Experience:Or 2+ years Experience on an inpatient or crisis setting.

Qualifications

Bachelor of Arts or Science (Required)Education Specialization: Equivalent Experience:Or 5+ years Experience on a crisis or inpatient setting.

Benefits

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives. Salary Range: $24.26 - $38.68/Hourly As part of their job offer, successful candidates are provided a specific rate, taking into consideration various factors including experience and education. Click here for information on UPHS’s Benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.